The teaching profession remains one of the most reliable careers in today’s tough economy. Now two universities in Indiana are making it easier for people to attain a teaching accredited degree online.
According to news channel WHTR, Ball State University and Ivy Tech Community College are currently allowing students to start their education at the smaller institution and then transfer to the four-year university to complete their studies. The move could save prospective educators thousands of dollars in tuition fees.
“This is a huge incentive for people to become part of what is the most important profession,” Ivy Tech president Thomas Snyder told the news source.
Those who do not live in close proximity to Ball State’s Muncie, Indiana campus may still find this program enticing since the institution is offering online classes.
“They can complete their degree anywhere in Indiana or beyond,” Jo Ann Gora, Ball State University president told the media outlet. This gives students the benefits of earning a distance degree.
According to a study from Salary.com, the average income for a teacher in the United States in 2009 was over $50,000 annually. Many jobseekers will find a teaching degree leads them to a satisfying career with flexible hours, steady pay and extra time to spend with their families. Online schools offer a convenient way to earn the credentials that are needed to become a teacher.
April 29, 2010
Teachers are so important to our society. I am so glad they are making it easier for students to obtain their teaching degree!
May 4, 2010
I am already a teacher. However, I have decided to specialize in English and after reading your article have found that I can go to school online and get extra credits for my specialty and thereby increase my salary. Thank you.
May 5, 2010
I already have my bachlors degree and am considering going into teaching. How do I find out what courses I need to take in order to become accredited as a teacher?
June 22, 2010
I am very happy that you are able to get a teaching degree online. I have always wanted to teach elementary school! How long do these degrees usually take to complete?
July 9, 2010
I can’t wait to finally have my degree and start teaching!
July 17, 2010
I already have my bachelors degree in computer science. If I want to go into teaching, what is involved and can I do it online?
July 17, 2010
I am interested in getting my degree in teaching online. I did not have the best grades in high school. Do I need to be accepted for online school, or can I just start taking classes?
July 29, 2010
Can you get your entire teaching degree online?
August 2, 2010
@arnold
i think you just need a few courses in general education. maybe another year of schooling (depending on how you plan your courses)
August 7, 2010
I have always been a stay at home mom of three small children. However, my husband has recently been diagnosed with terminal cancer and I have been trying to figure out what I am going to do. This has inspired me to get my teaching degree online.
August 7, 2010
I was half way through my degree in education when I was in a pretty bad automobile accident which left me in a wheelchair. I thought I would never be able to finish my degree, but now with online school I will. It’s just perfect.
August 7, 2010
Is there financial aid available for those who want to become teachers?
August 17, 2010
I have a masters degree in community health nursing. My area of expertise is psyche and med-surg.
September 15, 2010
It’s a great advantage to save costs by attending college online. How often do credits transfer to other institutions?
October 8, 2010
All schools have their own criteria for transferring credits from other schools. Most will accept credits from institutions with regional accreditation, as long as you have a grade of “C” or higher and the school has a class for which you are seeking credit.
December 24, 2010
This sounds like such a great program. What a good idea being able to get your degree online at your convenience.
December 24, 2010
I love the idea of being able to take my classes online and continue with my current job. I have always wanted to go into teaching, but could not afford to quit my job and go to school.
December 24, 2010
This sounds like a great way to get my degree. Is there scholarship money available for this degree?
January 10, 2011
This is such a great idea. So I can take this course online, even if I don’t live in the State of Indiana? Will the degree be accepted in my state?
January 19, 2011
Hey Carlos. You still need to be accepted into an online program. You can get with an advisor to discuss your degree, financial aid options and more.
February 20, 2011
This is such a great offering. So I am a single mom with two kids to raise, but I have always wanted to be a teacher. Can I get my entire degree online and still be home with my children?
February 20, 2011
I am quite interested in becming a teacher. I already have a bachelors degree in business. How would I go about finding out what additional courses I need to qualify as a teacher?
February 20, 2011
I am interested in taking some online classes in order to get myself a promotion. Can I do all of this work online?
February 22, 2011
Hi Ruby. Yes you can earn a teaching degree online.
February 22, 2011
Hi Mihelle. If you’re interested in becoming a teacher you can apply for scholarships, grants and loans to fund your future.
March 1, 2011
Hi Wanda. Making the transition into teaching changes from state to state. It is likely that you will have to acquire certification by taking courses and passing exams, but again this varies from locale to locale. Go here to get more information and online education degrees.
March 2, 2011
My wife and I live in Florida and she’d like to resume her teaching education. Do you know if there’s any similar programs here?
March 10, 2011
Hi Doretha. Online classes are one of the best ways to earn a degree while still maintaining a busy work schedule.
March 11, 2011
Hi Francisco. We do not know of any specific programs for online teaching programs like the one in Indiana. However go here to get more information about financial in Florida.
March 16, 2011
Hey Bert. Yes, you can earn a teaching degree online. One of the benefits of online education is the ability to fit in a busy schedule with your schooling.
March 28, 2011
I don’t live in Indiana but this is great news for teachers who wish to relocate or for any other reason to stay ahead of their education.
March 28, 2011
Hello Leigh. The requirements you need to become a teacher vary on whether you’re looking to teach elementary, high school or college level. Are you interested in teaching business or a different subject?
March 29, 2011
Hi Regina. According to our finding Ball State University does offer the teaching program online and Ivy Tech also offers an early education program online. To find out if the degree will be accepted in your state you’ll need to speak with someone at the schools about distance education and teacher certification.
April 14, 2011
Hey Maria. There are many scholarships available for future teachers as well as the TEACH Grant Program and Teach for America.